Weather in April in Gansu
Are you planning a trip a to Gansu in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Gansu in April?
Gansu is a region in China. In April, Gansu experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Xiahe at 9°C to warm in Dunhuang at 22°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C in Dunhuang and -5°C in Xiahe.To explore the conditions in Gansu in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Dunhuang with an average of 3.5 mm to moderate rainfall in Xiahe with 60 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Lanzhou enjoys close to 225 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.For a more detailed look at Gansu's conditions throughout the year, check out our Gansu climate page.
Where to go in Gansu in April





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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit China, check out our Gansu's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in April for the 5 most popular destinations in Gansu?
Lanzhou
In April Lanzhou generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Dunhuang
In April Dunhuang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Zhangye
In April Zhangye generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Jiayuguan
In April Jiayuguan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Pingliang
In April Pingliang generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Gansu, in China.
Is April the best time to visit Gansu?
We believe that April is one of the best times to visit Gansu with overall perfect weather in Lanzhou. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, April, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Lanzhou. The weather in January and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Gansu.
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